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For the moment, at least, the plans for “super-fights” and the move up in
weight are all history for Amir Khan. What matters now is getting his titles
back.

Within minutes of taking the Englishman’s WBA and IBF light-welterweight
titles, Lamont Peterson and Barry Hunter, his trainer and manager, showed a
desire for a direct rematch. After Khan came to defend the titles in
Peterson’s home city, they showed their willingness to return the favour.

“He gave me my shot and I’m grateful for that, so of course I will give him a
return,” Peterson said. “I wouldn’t mind going